Oscar Schmoshcar

I’ve never been one to get excited or go out of my way to watch award shows. Now that we’re in the midst of Hollywood’s award season (if not, all year long), it’s nearly impossible to avoid the hoopla.

Everyone gets SO excited to hear the nominees, then every quirky news program, media outlet, blogs, etc. gets all wet fretting over who’s gonna wear what designer’s gown, what jewelry are they wearing, who’s probably gonna win, blah, blah, blah... Everything that could possibly be speculated and discussed about the awards has been talked about umpteen times by everyone.

Don’t get me wrong, I think people should be awarded for spectacular performances and great talent, but hasn’t is gotten a bit out of hand? I wonder if they give an Emmy for Best Award Show?

Admittedly, I have watched bits and pieces of award shows while flipping the TV dial. The only Oscar show I ever watched on baited breath was the year Halle Berry was up for Best Actress (I looooooove me some Halle Berry, and have followed her eons before “Monsters Ball” – remember “Baps” and “Boomerang”?). My eyes watered over when she won. It was a pivotal moment that was bigger than her just winning.

I know that some of you out there enjoy these shows, and I’m not knocking you for showing interest...And I’m being very honest and not jokey, but would someone please explain to me why so many people are OBSESSED with every detail of these award shows?

Maybe the Oscars is like a big, gay Super Bowl, and winning an Oscar statue is like making the winning touchdown? Maybe THAT’S it!

I think I answered my own question. Harummmpph!

Who knows, I may watch a bit of the Oscars this Sunday – I DO like Sandra Bullock. She’s an actor’s actor, and not part of that ridiculous so-called ‘A-listers’ pack, like that Jolie/Pitt hotmess.